For String Orchestra Grade 1.5

Pleyel, Haydn's student, had exceptional musical talent. The Duet Opus 8 no. 2 is a delightful and accessible piece highlighting different parts of the ensemble, showcasing diverse musical techniques like spiccato quavers, slurred string crossings, and martel crotchets. It's a great starting point for those who want to appreciate Classical music.

This piece of music is intended for a string orchestra with a difficulty level of grade 3.

Inspired by "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner", this festival piece is for eight-string orchestras and percussion. It starts with a wall of sound, then a mournful melody, and a lively jig-like section. Only Orchestra A needs to play percussion.

For eight string orchestras and percussion - Level 4, 3, 2, 1.5, 1

"Good-bye Budapest" is a traditional Hungarian czardas-style music piece. It begins with a haunting melody and languid strings, which then transition into a joyous free-for-all with various orchestra sections taking turns. A melancholic solo violin rendition is followed by the return of the czardas in D major, culminating in a ferocious presto. The music showcases a range of emotions, from introspection to frenzied joy and melancholy to ferocity.

For String Orchestra Grade 3

As you journey through a tropical rainforest, you can experience wonderment and awe reflected in these three miniatures. Each piece offers a different mood and tone colour for players to explore. The techniques used in these miniatures, including pizzicato, sustained notes, double quavers, and left-hand pizzicato, are easy to tackle, even for young musicians with limited experience.

1. Leaping Frogs

2. Creeping Vines

3. Fun at the Falls

For String Orchestra Grade 1

Enjoy your food, move your body to the beat, and have fun! This amazing set of seven compositions even features a piece by Henry VIII. Intermediate musicians will appreciate the diverse range of musical styles from different regions of the Renaissance era. The homophonic writing style is ideal for developing precise intonation and consistent bowing techniques.

For String Orchestra Level 2

The Midnight Serenade starts with faint calls of the night. The haunting melody is shared throughout the piece over a waltz-like accompaniment. Dark Train is a dynamic composition based on a simple three-note ostinato, with whistle effects that excite younger players.

1. Midnight Serenade

2. Dark Train

For String Orchestra Grade 1